Belonging in the Workplace: A Guide for Employers

A comprehensive toolkit to help you create a more inclusive and respectful workplace culture

In our increasingly fragmented society, Americans are experiencing division and isolation. In the workplace, this climate causes heightened stress, diminished engagement, and increased absenteeism.

However, employers have a unique opportunity to counteract loneliness and polarization by creating a culture of belonging, ultimately enhancing engagement, productivity, and retention. 

Informed by business leaders and public health research, this employer guide helps companies take a significant first step toward building a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and connected.

Other resources in this toolkit include:

• Communication Guide for Managers
  Tips to help managers promote a culture where every employee feels valued, included, and empowered to be their authentic selves.
• Sample CEO Letter on Belonging
  Use this template to detail your company's commitment to creating a culture of belonging in your workplace.
  
• Messaging Prompts for Communications Professionals
  Guidance for crafting messages that encourage healthy civil discourse and cultivate a sense of belonging during election season.
  
• Communication Tips for Employees
  Respectful conversations about difficult topics can build understanding and empathy. Here are five simple tactics to explore differences in unifying ways.
  

For additional support or guidance, please reach out to us at hello@healthaction.org. 

The Health Action Alliance is the country’s largest employer network operating at the intersection of business and public health. With a community of 9,000+ employers representing 40M+ workers, we’re on a mission to make employees healthier and our communities stronger. We know good health is good business.